Ceviche

Name: Ceviche
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Belizean
Ingredients: 1 lb cooked shrimp chopped; 1/2 lb conch meat diced; 6 limes juiced; 2 tomatoes diced; 1 cucumber diced; 1 red onion diced; 1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped; 1 habanero pepper minced; salt to taste

Ceviche (seh-VEE-cheh)

Belizean Shrimp Ceviche

⏱ Prep Time 20 min

📈 Difficulty Easy

👥 Servings

🔥 Calories 179 kcal

Fresh shrimp and conch marinated in lime juice with onions, tomatoes, cucumbers, cilantro, and fiery habanero.

Nutrition & Info

Protein 28.0g

Carbs 10.0g

Fat 3.0g

Protein Carbs Fat

Dietary

dairy-free nut-free

Allergen Warnings

⚠ shellfish

Equipment Needed

mixing bowl knife cutting board

Presentation Guide

Vessel: glass bowl or cocktail glass

Garnishes: cilantro sprig, lime wheel

Accompaniments: tortilla chips, saltine crackers

Ingredients

1 lb cooked shrimp chopped
1/2 lb conch meat diced
6 limes juiced
2 tomatoes diced
1 cucumber diced
1 red onion diced
1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped
1 habanero pepper minced
salt to taste

Instructions

1
Combine chopped shrimp and diced conch in a bowl.
2
Add lime juice and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
3
Mix in tomatoes, cucumber, onion, cilantro, and habanero.
4
Season with salt. Serve chilled with tortilla chips or crackers.

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Did You Know?

Belizean ceviche stands out from Latin American versions by using both shrimp and conch together, reflecting the country's incredible marine biodiversity.

Chef's Notes

Equipment Tips

mixing bowl
knife
cutting board

Garnishing

cilantro sprig, lime wheel

Accompaniments

tortilla chips, saltine crackers

The Story Behind Ceviche

Ceviche in Belize reflects the country's position at the crossroads of Caribbean, Maya, and Latin American food cultures. While ceviche traditions span the Americas, the Belizean version uniquely combines conch and shrimp with habanero heat, creating a dish that is distinctly Caribbean. Found at every beachside bar and restaurant in the cayes, it has become an emblem of Belizean coastal life.

🕐 Traditionally enjoyed lunch or appetizer 📜 Origins: 20th century adaptation

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